International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements
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PLEASE NOTE: The opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent an IFOAM approved position. Acknowledgements This paper reflects the experience and wealth of expertise of many people in the organic and environmental movements. I would like to thank all those who have commented on the paper and the many authors whose work this paper draws from. In particular I would like to thank Bernward Geier, IFOAM's Director for International Relations, for comments, suggestions and support. Gerard van Dijk (UNEP) for his insight and comments on an earlier version of this paper. Gunnar Rundgren, IFOAM President, and Charles Walaga, and all the members of the IFOAM Development Forum, for their comments.
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